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(https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/Eeys15Xva4hFokHVtbP1eGIB5i1WFLc-J3k9KHgrFYZ7mg) Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. + If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants (https://hr.psu.edu/sites/hr/files/Application\_Process\_for\_External\_Applications\_Non-Penn\_State\_Employees\_.pdf) . JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The School of Music at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a full-time, nine-month renewable non-tenure line, open rank faculty position in Choral Music starting August 1, 2025. A doctorate is preferred; a master's degree in a related field is required . The College of Arts and Architecture and the School of Music are working to establish a culture of anti-racism and anti-oppression that embraces individual identities, fosters a culture of inclusion, and promotes equity through curricula, values, standards, ideals, policies, and practices. The ideal candidate shares our interest in contributing to these goals. We seek a colleague with a strong commitment to choral education and performance, with a particular focus on African and African American musical traditions. The successful candidate will lead Penn State’s well-known Essence of Joy vocal ensemble, which performs sacred and secular music from the African and African American traditions. Essence of Joy plays a pivotal role in the annual multi-day Penn State African American Music Festival, has a significant community presence, and has toured regionally, nationally, and internationally to much acclaim throughout its 35-year history. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the choral program at Penn State, lead a prestigious and culturally significant ensemble, engage in community outreach, and shape the future of choral music with a focus on cultural diversity and representation. The ideal applicant will have significant experience in choral conducting, knowledge of diverse repertoire in multiple traditions, and a passion for nurturing a vibrant community of singers. The successful candidate will value strong collaboration with the rest of the Penn State choral community, other areas within the School of Music, and the campus at large. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of educational and musical backgrounds with possible additional expertise in areas such as , but not limited to: piano, improvisation, vocal pedagogy, and/or diverse choral traditions. Penn State is committed to, and accountable for, advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. Instructional duties center on leading the Essence of Joy vocal ensemble and producing the annual Penn State African American Music Festival. The successful candidate will assume additional teaching responsibilities which may include conducting other Penn State choral ensembles or teaching courses in candidate’s area of expertise ( i.e. music history, education, theory, performance practice, literature, piano, jazz, vocal technique). The opportunity to engage with the Essence of Joy Alumni Singers (501c) and Essence2, a local community ensemble, may exist outside of the University position. To apply, applicants should include the following in the cover letter: 1) a description of the applicant’s approach to choral music; 2) the unique qualifications the candidate will bring to the Penn State School of Music experience; and 3) evidence of the applicant’s commitment to Penn State’s goals for advancing diversity and inclusivity. An Open Rank faculty member in the School of Music will be expected to maintain an active profile in the choral music community and creatively contribute to the School's mission. School of Music faculty and administration share an ethic of collegial responsibility and mutual care, so this new hire will receive solid mentoring, professional development, and support. To apply, upload the following required application materials: + Cover letter (Please note the specific instructions for cover letter, above.) + CV + Names and contact information for three professional references + A one-page teaching philosophy statement focusing on your inclusive approach to choral music education, ensemble leadership, and teaching African and African American music traditions + Links to at least 30 total minutes of video recordings demonstrating your conducting in performance and rehearsal techniques Screening of applications will begin on February 28, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Upon request, candidates shoul d be p r epared to submit additional materials documenting teaching effectiveness. Questions may be directed to Wanda Hockenberry, Assistant to the Director, wgs1@psu.edu . 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